Santa Anita Horse Racing Picks for Monday, June 15, 2026

Below is a table for each race of the day. The table is ordered by our algorythmically calculated expected order of finish. Our program takes into account past performances, workout times, speed ratings, recency, and breeder/jockey data amoung other data points.

Using the “Expected” column, the lower number is better. When there is a clear lowest value, we like that horse best to win. In situations where many horses share low numbers, we like those horses equally well. If no horse is under 3, the results are less clear to us and bettors should examine the race more closely.

Using the “Value” column, we present the minimum payout we would recommend betting the particular horse. Look for higher-paying odds than those listed if you like that horse.

Scratches are notated and will be updated as available.

RACE NUMBER 1 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Promissio 1.80 1 2-1
6 6 American Glory (GB) 2.00 1 2-1
4 4 Empire’s Classic 3.50 1.4 3-1
2 2 Dealers Special 5.00 1.7 3-1
3 3 Dynodave 10.00 2.7 5-1
7 7 Spearfish 12.00 3.2 6-1
5 5 Sark 30.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 2 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Dancing With Shari 0.80 1 2-1
2 2 Susie’s Loaded 4.00 1.7 3-1
7 7 She’s Back 4.50 1.8 3-1
5 5 Howmanymoretimes 5.00 1.9 4-1
3 3 Kambree’s Flyer 15.00 3.9 7-1
6 6 Omfortheholidays 15.00 3.9 7-1
4 4 Thriving Autism 30.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 3 (Maiden Special Weight) – Maiden Special Weight

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Throwthefirstpunch 2.50 1 2-1
8 8 No Joke Antares 3.00 1.1 2-1
3 3 Jacklyn Lucas 3.50 1.3 2-1
1 1 Big Vengeance 5.00 1.6 3-1
6 6 Gaines 6.00 1.9 4-1
7 7 Sagunto 10.00 2.9 5-1
5 5 Cornealeusthegreat 12.00 3.4 6-1
4 4 Little Originaire 30.00 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 4 (Maiden Claiming) – Maiden Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Battle School 2.50 1 2-1
1 1 Shady Gem 3.00 1.1 2-1
4 4 Chapter One 3.50 1.2 2-1
7 7 Cano for the Win 4.00 1.3 3-1
3 3 Kiki Ride 4.50 1.4 3-1
6 6 Miguelito 10.00 2.6 5-1
5 5 My Man Huey 30.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 5 (Claiming) – Claiming

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
1 1 Bee Eye Gee 1.80 1 2-1
5 5 Luck Lucky (IRE) 2.50 1.2 2-1
2 2 Day At the Track 4.00 1.6 3-1
6 6 Stagger Lee 5.00 1.8 3-1
4 4 Harbor Code 8.00 2.5 5-1
7 7 Rockabilly Rebal 12.00 3.5 7-1
3 3 Desert Dawg 30.00 8 15-1
8 8 Precision (GB) 30.00 8 15-1

RACE NUMBER 6 (Affirmed S.) – Affirmed S.

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Litmus Test 1.40 1 2-1
4 4 Secured Freedom 2.00 1.1 2-1
5 5 Decisive Win 3.50 1.4 3-1
7 7 One More Freud 6.00 2 4-1
6 6 Mo Koko 12.00 3.2 6-1
3 3 Constitution Andi 20.00 4.9 9-1
1 1 Court of Appeal 30.00 7 13-1

RACE NUMBER 7 (Starter Allowance) – Starter Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
4 4 Lee’s Baby Girl 3.00 1 2-1
9 9 Miss Mandalay (GB) 3.50 1.2 2-1
2 2 Not A Sinner (GB) 3.50 1.2 2-1
8 8 Nikolina 5.00 1.6 3-1
7 7 Fancy Facts 6.00 1.9 4-1
5 5 Hey Lil Lady 8.00 2.5 5-1
3 3 Deep Blue 15.00 4.6 9-1
6 6 How Lovely (IRE) 20.00 6 11-1
1 1 Celestial Skies 30.00 9 17-1

RACE NUMBER 8 (Allowance) – Allowance

Expected Order of Finish

Prgm Post Name ML Expected Value
2 2 Frank Bullitt 2.00 1 2-1
5 5 Ballyvaughan Gig 3.00 1.4 3-1
7 7 Warm Sun and Brew 3.50 1.5 3-1
3 3 Chromeflash 6.00 2.4 5-1
10 10 Keep Dancin Nick 8.00 3.1 6-1
11 11 Known Idea 10.00 3.9 7-1
4 4 Druidic 20.00 7.4 14-1
8 8 Cardiff Crack 30.00 11 21-1
1 1 Sogno Di Vino 30.00 11 21-1
9 9 Maker and Sons 30.00 11 21-1
6 6 Chase N Ryan 30.00 11 21-1

Picks are based on historical performance and match-up. Keep up to date on late scratches and other changes – those are not taken into consideration. Sports from the Basement provides no warranty on these suggestions and readers should make picks at their own risk.